Lydia, Saitta, Julia Domna, Augusta, AE Hemiassation, 193-217 AD – Asklepios

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Roman Provincial, Lydia, Saitta, Julia Domna, Augusta, 193-217 AD, AE Hemiassation (bronze, 3.21g, 19.8mm)
Obv: IOYĪ›I-ACŠ„BAC; Draped bust of Julia Domna to right
Rev: CAIT-THNĪ©N; Asklepios standing front, head to left, leaning right on serpent-entwined staff
Ref:Ā  MC 45; SNG von Aulock 8248 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF
Note: Julia Domna was a prominent Roman empress, wife of Emperor Septimius Severus, and mother of Emperors Caracalla and Geta. She held the title of Augusta from AD 193 until her death in AD 217. Julia Domna was highly influential in the political and cultural spheres of the Roman Empire, known for her patronage of philosophy and the arts, and her active role in court politics. Saitta was a city in the ancient region of Lydia, located in what is now modern-day Turkey. Under Roman rule, cities like Saitta issued their own coinage, which often featured both local and imperial iconography. This practice helped integrate the local populace into the broader Roman Empire while maintaining regional identities. Julia Domnaā€™s depiction on the coin underscores her prominence and the respect she commanded within the empire. Her role was not merely ceremonial; she was an active participant in governance, particularly during the reigns of her husband and sons. Coins bearing her image helped reinforce her status and the stability of the Severan dynasty. Asclepius on the reverse symbolizes health and healing, which were vital concerns for any community. His image on the coin could indicate a local sanctuary or cult dedicated to the god, reflecting the religious practices and values of the citizens of Saitta.

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